A fish store clerk's second job as an opera singer

A fish store clerk's second job as an opera singer

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Performing Arts, Arts, Music

9th - 12th Grade

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Joseph Mordino, a 37-year-old operatic tenor, is the first American to receive a scholarship at La Scala School in Milan. Despite his operatic roles, he works at a New York market between engagements, earning $15 a day. Customers enjoy his presence, but his true passion is opera. Mordino is recognized for his rich tonal quality and has recently performed as Romeo in 'Taming of the Shrew'. He is known for hitting F above high C, humorously noting that the F is not for fish, despite his seafood-selling job.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What notable achievement did Joseph Mordino accomplish in his career?

He was the first tenor to perform at the New York Opera House.

He was awarded a Grammy for his performances.

He became the first American to win a scholarship at La Scala School.

He composed a famous opera.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What job does Joseph Mordino take up between his operatic engagements?

Conducting an orchestra

Writing operas

Selling seafood

Teaching music

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do customers at the New York market feel about Joseph Mordino?

They are indifferent to him.

They enjoy seeing and hearing him.

They prefer other vendors.

They are unaware of his operatic talent.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which role did Joseph Mordino recently perform that received critical acclaim?

Don Giovanni in 'Don Giovanni'

Romeo in 'Taming of the Shrew'

Figaro in 'The Barber of Seville'

Othello in 'Othello'

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Joseph Mordino particularly known for in his singing career?

Composing original operas

Hitting F above high C

His ability to sing in multiple languages

His exceptional stage presence